Amazingly-Good Eggnog

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 5 large eggs, separated
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and salt until smooth.
2. Slowly whisk in the milk and cream until combined.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract and nutmeg.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
5. Fold the egg whites into the eggnog mixture.
6. Refrigerate the eggnog for at least 1 hour before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Eggnog is believed to have originated in the British Isles in the 18th century.
• The name eggnog is derived from the phrase “noggin," which refers to a small wooden mug used to serve alcohol.
• In the United States, eggnog is traditionally served around the holidays.